Cas en Bas 

The new hot spot

Seeing recent development has added to the amenities available.  Located on the Atlantic side of the island the beach is protected from rough seas by a natural reef acting as a breaker.  A perfect place for an early morning or late afternoon walk or dip.

Donkey Beach

The quiet at heart

Located in Cas en Bas this beach got its name from the large number of donkeys that roamed there.  To access it you need to walk along Cas en bas beach to the north of the island over desert hill along the old horse riding trail.  It is a comfortable walk but well worth it if you seek some privacy.

Pigeon Island

A great alternative

Even after two major developments this is still a pleasant beach to visit.  It has two attractions: the untouched causeway still visited by locals and wild horses and the pruned beach in front of the resorts offering sun loungers and water sports.  It must be mentioned that sunloungers belong to the hotel and permission should be sought before using them.  Remember there are no private beaches on the island and you can lay your towel anywhere from the waters edge up to three metres inland.

Pebble Beach 

A piece of history

Located inside the pigeon island national park this is a small and quiet beach.  It is a sandy beach but there are a few pebbles to the far left that wash in and out with the surf.  There are no water sport facilities but there are working toilets and showers as well as a restaurant and bar nearby called Jambe de Bois.  You also have the entire national park to explore including the lookout points where you can explore historic forts, view the cannons and relive some of the islands turbulent history.  There is an entry fee of EC$5 for locals and EC$12 for visitors. 

Smugglers Cove

The open secret

Located in Cap Estate after the luxurious Le sport resort and spa this small beach is a hideaway for mainly locals.  It is very quiet during the week but tbe warned there are quite a number of stairs to get to the beach and you must climb these same stairs to return to the car park, they are the only way in and out of the beach on foot. 

Reduit Beach

The most popular beach on the island

Known locally as "The Ramp" it is by far the most popular beach on the island.  All activities are available here including motorized water sports and jet skis.  There are ample restaurants and bars as you will be in the heart of the tourist district.  For something local walk to the far end of the beach and visit Maries a locally owned bar and bbq hut.  You will see flags left by visitors who enjoyed many an afternoon there.  It is one of the places on the island where visitors and locals alike come to drink. Beers from EC$5.  Fancy a water taxi to Castries or a private tour speak to RAS on the beach and you can hire his boat.  

Vigie Beach

 A stretch of sandy paradise

Perhaps one of the longest beaches on the island, Vigie Beach spans more than the length of the regional airport. The nearest hotel is Rendezvous where you can book a half or whole day pass and enjoy all the watersports activities they have to offer.  Alternatively pack a picnic or have lunch at the local restaurant. Take a walk to the south end of the beach where there are vendors selling local juices and meals from their huts near the entrance to the airport. 

Wave Beach
A great escape when the cruise ships are in.

As its name implies this beach has some of the better waves on the Caribbean side of the island.  Running along the Sandals Halcyon it is an open hideaway as very rarely will it be crowded.   Water sports and food can be arranged at The Wharf restaurant on the beach.  Open from 11am serving brunch, lunch and evening meals.  Beers are EC$5 and it is one of the few places where you can get draft beer. Hire a lounger, use the water sports from US$20, wash off in the free showers after a swim and then get stuck in to their signature drink the "Punching Rum".  You’ll know why it is so called after you've had one of these.